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Springdale, AR Sign Regulations: Political Signs (2026)

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Controlling Case: Reed v. Gilbert (2015)
Local Chapter: Ch. 98 (Signs)
Right-of-Way: Signs prohibited
State Highway ROW: ArDOT / A.C.A. §27-74-101+
Polling Buffer: 100 ft (A.C.A. §7-1-103)

Summary

Springdale's sign chapter (Chapter 98 — Signs) regulates political signs through content-neutral size, height, and placement rules after Reed v. Town of Gilbert (2015) barred content-based sign restrictions. Signs must stay on private property with permission and out of the public right-of-way.

Full Breakdown

Reed v. Town of Gilbert, 576 U.S. 155 (2015) struck down sign codes that applied different rules to political or campaign signs based on message. Springdale's Chapter 98 (Signs) therefore applies content-neutral standards to all temporary residential and small commercial signs regardless of message. Typical content-neutral standards include limits on aggregate square footage per residential parcel, height caps, setbacks from the curb, sight-distance triangles at intersections, no attachment to utility poles, and a ban on signs in the public right-of-way. ArDOT rules under A.C.A. §27-74-101+ prohibit signs in state-highway right-of-way along U.S. 71B (Thompson Street), U.S. 412 (Sunset Avenue), and Interstate 49 through Springdale. Arkansas Election Code A.C.A. §7-1-103 bans electioneering within 100 feet of the primary entrance of a polling place.

Violations & Fines

Signs exceeding size or height, in public right-of-way, on utility poles, or blocking sight triangles are removed by Code Enforcement and cited in Springdale District Court. ArDOT removes signs in state-highway ROW. Electioneering inside the 100-foot polling buffer violates A.C.A. §7-1-103.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Springdale limit how long I display a political sign?

Not specifically. After Reed v. Town of Gilbert, durational limits tied to an election are content-based and unconstitutional. Springdale applies the same time and size rules under Chapter 98 to political and non-political temporary signs, focusing on placement and sight-line standards.

Where can I put a political sign in Springdale?

On private property with the owner's permission, within Chapter 98's content-neutral size and height limits, out of the public right-of-way, off utility poles, and clear of sight triangles. ArDOT removes signs along U.S. 71B, U.S. 412, or Interstate 49.

Are there sign rules near Springdale polling places?

Yes. Arkansas Election Code A.C.A. §7-1-103 prohibits electioneering, including signs, within 100 feet of the primary entrance of a polling place on Election Day. Outside the buffer the City's content-neutral sign rules apply.

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